Elephant Lord

John Kistler Kistlerj@msn.com 1308637921339

ACTION ADVENTURE EPIC HISTORICAL FICTION WAR YOUNG ADULT

17th Century or Earlier

John Kistler

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Logline

A black boy becomes Hannibal's elephant rider in the war against Rome circa 218 BC.

Genre

Action, Adventure, Epic, Historical Fiction, War, Young Adult,

Short Summary

Midru, a north African slave, has a talent working with elephants. He is drawn into the war between Rome and Carthage under Hannibal. All of the famous events including the crossing of the Alps, major battles, and Hannibal's defeat by Scipio Africanus are dramatized. Open ended, for sequels.

Setting

ancient north Africa, western Europe, Italy

Based on a True Story

Yes

Plot - Premise

Overcoming Monster/Villain

Plot - Other Elements

Happy Ending, Coming of Age, Philosophical Questions

Mature Audience Themes

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Main Character Details

Name: Midru

Age: 15

Gender: Male

Role: Protagonist

Key Traits: Underdog, Empathetic, Faithful, Insecure, Naive, Perseverance

Additional Character Details

Name: Hannibal

Age: 25

Gender: Male

Role: Antagonist

Key Traits: Badass, Extraordinary Powers and Abilities, Leader, Manipulative, Patriotic, Power-hungry, Aggressive, Confident, Decisive, Masculine, Blunt

Additional Character Details

Name: Surus

Age: 8

Gender:

Role: Sidekick

Key Traits: Obedient, Adventurous, Aggressive, Badass, Faithful

Additional Character Details

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About The Author

Target Audiences

Age: 18-34

Target Gender: Male leaning

Group Specific

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Publishing Details

Status: No

Hard Copy Available

No

ISBN

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